Which answer choice BEST explains Twain's view of American expansionism? A)

He believed the United States had an important role to play in

spreading democracy throughout the world.

B)

He believed that efforts to acquire new territory must be focused on

gaining access to valuable resources.

C)

He believed that while human

rights abuses must be punished, it was

not the responsibility of any single country to address the issue.

D)

He believed the country ignored the interests of other peoples and

the common good, instead focusing on its own global standing.